Uyinkosi Trading

Business Location: Rural
Province Mpumalanga
Branch: Nkomazi
Business Start Date:
Busniess Type: Company

Business Dynamics and Challenges

Business Activities: Uyinkosi Trading’s products and services include manicure, pedicure, make-up, facial treatment, full body massage, body scrub, slimming, waxing and vitamin supplements
Challenges/Needs: Insufficient equipment and stock were reported by the owner to be challenges that are faced by the business and hinder growth as the business fails to satisfy the growing demand.

Intervention Insights and Results

Intervention Details: In a strategic effort to enhance youth entrepreneurship and access to finance, the business owner
participated in the Mpumalanga Tourism Youth Fund Pitching Programme, facilitated by the
National Youth Development Agency (NYDA). As part of the preparation, Sedfa organized and
conducted a masterclass in pitching skills, aimed at equipping participants with the tools
necessary to effectively present their business ideas to the funder.
Outcome Details: Uyinkosi Trading's Director Ms. Makhosazane Maseko took part in the pitching programme
wherein she presented her business and was awarded cash to the value of R218 000.46.

Client Feedback

Client Comments: “We are deeply appreciative of Sedfa’s intervention, which has been contributory in
driving the progress and growth of our business.”
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